Serving 696 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Emerald Shores Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 696 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Emerald Shores Elementary School serves the southeastern part of Ocala, FL, covering an area of approximately 20.3 square miles. Most families can expect a drive of about 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being around 6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Emerald Shores Elementary School's student population of 696 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
696 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
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School Rankings
Emerald Shores Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Emerald Shores Elementary School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2682 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Hispanic
28%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Black
25%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
White
38%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Two or more races
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.5%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
green and white
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Emerald Shores Elementary School's ranking?
Emerald Shores Elementary School is ranked #2682 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Emerald Shores Elementary School often compared to?
Emerald Shores Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Greenway Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Emerald Shores Elementary School?
696 students attend Emerald Shores Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Emerald Shores Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Emerald Shores Elementary School?
Emerald Shores Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Emerald Shores Elementary School offer ?
Emerald Shores Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Emerald Shores Elementary School part of?
Emerald Shores Elementary School is part of Marion School District.
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